Melton facts for kids

Melton is a word that can mean many different things! It might refer to several places around the world, a special type of fabric, a famous racehorse, or even a family name. Let's explore what Melton can be!

Places Called Melton

Many towns and areas are named Melton. You can find them in different countries, each with its own unique features.

Melton in Australia

In Australia, there's a place called Melton, Victoria. It's a busy suburb located near the big city of Melbourne. A suburb is like a neighborhood or a smaller town that is part of a larger city area.

• City of Melton: This is the local government area that includes the suburb of Melton and the areas around it. A local government area is like a district where local officials make decisions about things like parks, roads, and community services.
• Melton railway station, Melbourne: This is a train station in Melton South, which helps people travel to and from Melbourne.
• Melton South, Victoria and Melton West, Victoria: These are also suburbs that are part of the larger Melton area.

Melton in England

England also has several places named Melton:

• Borough of Melton: This is a local government district in Leicestershire, England. A borough is a type of town or district that has its own local government.
  • Melton Mowbray: This is the main town within the Borough of Melton. It's famous for its delicious pork pies and Stilton cheese!
• Melton, East Riding of Yorkshire: This is another village located in England.
• Melton, Suffolk: This is a village and civil parish in Suffolk, England.
  • Melton railway station, Suffolk: This train station serves the village of Melton in Suffolk.

Other Meanings of Melton

Besides places, the word Melton can also refer to other interesting things:

• Melton (cloth): This is a special type of fabric. It's a thick, heavy wool cloth that feels very smooth and dense. It's often used to make warm coats and blankets because it's very durable and keeps you warm.
• Melton (horse): This was a famous British Thoroughbred racehorse. He won the Epsom Derby in 1885, which is a very important horse race!
• Melton (surname): Melton is also a family name, like Smith or Jones. Many people around the world have Melton as their last name.
• Musical Instruments: Melton is a brand of brass instruments made by a company called Meinl-Weston. They make instruments like tubas and euphoniums, which are often used in bands and orchestras.

See also

• In Spanish: Melton para niños